Safety Officer

James (Jimmy) Earnest Maffessanti

**** ***** **** ***** *** Vegas, Nevada 89115

702-***-**** E-Mail: ****-*@****.***

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE: Highly experienced Safety Professional with nearly 35 years experience in safety and environmental health management covering the nuclear power industry, general construction, and military construction. Capabilities include worker training, development of safety programs for nearly all types of hazards and work conditions, safety inspection and assessments, safety reporting and overall safety jobsite management. Extensive knowledge and experience working under EM 385-1-1 and overseas experience in Iraq, Kuwait, Israel and Afghanistan.

MILITARY EXPERIENCE:

1968-1970 - United States Army (held rank of Sargent)

1970-1976 - United States Air Force (held rank of Sargent)

REPRESENTATIVE POSITIONS:

August 2020 to Present

SSHO, Epstein Global Namer Construction Project, Ovda, Israel

Provided all camp safety inspections and construction/maintenance oversight per Epstein Globals SOP’s and COE EM 385-1-1 (29 CFR 1910/1926) to Israeli labor force. Enforced all occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines. Inspected work sites and reviewed working conditions. Documented reports of occurrences and recorded statistical information. Developed and implemented OHS training programs. Maintained safety regulations during construction activities. Oversaw disposal of substances ( HAZ-Waste) according to COE environmental guidelines. Ensured statutes, regulations, and codes were clearly understood and followed. Intervened (STOP WORK) to stop any acts or processes which were unsafe or did not comply with OHS guidelines. Implemented preventative measures to ensure unsafe processes are not repeated. Ensured all personnel follow all personal safety precautions (hardhats, protective goggles, etc.). Updated procedures and policies for new regulations or local ordinances.

January 2020 to February 2020

Drill Site Safety Coordinator, Canyon Electric Company Ventilation Bore-Hole Project, Mercury, Nevada Conducted periodic safety and health walk-through inspections of all workplace facilities. Ensured that quarterly safety training and all other specifically required training provided for all employees. Ensured that the 300 log of occupational injuries and illnesses were maintained. Posted the annual summary at each work location. Conducted accident/injury investigations and illness exposure monitoring. Established and monitored the program for reporting and investigating “near-miss” situations. Conducted investigations into employee inquiries, suggestions and complaints. Maintained required safety and health documents/files. Ensured periodic inspections of all motorized vehicles.

August 2019 to December 2019

Site Safety Coordinator, Highpoint Construction Control Hill Water-Line Project, Mercury, Nevada Ensured the development, implementation and updating of required written safety and health programs and plans for the Control Hill Water-Line Project. These included, as needed: • Hazard Communication Program • Exposure Control Program (Bloodborne Pathogens, TB) • Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment Program (PPE) Respiratory Protection Program • Chemical Hygiene Plan (including Lab Safety) • Hazard Communication Program • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) • Confined Space Entry Program • Emergency Action Plan. Conducted periodic safety and health walk-through inspections of all workplace facilities. Ensured that quarterly safety training and all other specifically required training provided for all employees. Ensured that the 300 log of occupational injuries and illnesses is maintained. Posted the annual summary at each work location. Conducted accident/injury investigations and illness exposure monitoring. Established and monitored the program for reporting and investigating “near-miss” situations. Conducted investigations into employee inquiries, suggestions and complaints. Maintained required safety and health documents/files. Ensured periodic inspections of all motorized vehicles.

November 2018 to August 2019 Site Safety Officer, SOSI Camp Taji Construction, Al Taji, Iraq Provided all camp safety inspections and construction/maintenance oversight per SOSI SOP’s and EM 385-1-1 (29 CFR 1910/1926) to Iraqi labor force. Enforced all occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines. Inspected work sites and reviewed working conditions. Documented reports of occurrences and recorded statistical information. Developed and implemented OHS training programs. Maintained safety regulations during construction activities. Oversaw disposal of substances (Medical and HAZ-Waste) according to environmental guidelines. Ensured statutes, regulations, and codes were clearly understood and followed. Intervened (STOP WORK) to stop any acts or processes which were unsafe or did not comply with OHS guidelines. Implemented preventative measures to ensure unsafe processes are not repeated. Ensured all personnel follow all personal safety precautions (hardhats, protective goggles, etc.). Updated procedures and policies for new regulations or local ordinances.

2013 to November 2018 Senior Consultant/EH&S Instructor, Las Vegas Safety Academy Las Vegas, Nevada

Environmental Health & Safety/Security Consulting Services to various companies in the Southwest region, also providing OSHA Safety and Environmental training with certifications. Initial Base-Line Surveys.

2009 to 2013 EH&S & General Employee Instructor, Bartlett Nuclear Eureka, California Provided all CAL-OSHA mandated required training to Pacific Gas & Electric/Contractor (300-500) employees. All training presented per CAL-OSHA and PG&E guidelines. Training included: Asbestos Awareness, Confined Space Entry, PPE, Fall Protection, Fire Safety, General Employee, LOTO, BBP, Respirator Use, Forklift/Boom-lift/Scissor Lift, Haz-Com, Standard First Aid/CPR/AED, RAD Worker, Etc.

2009 to 2009 EH&S Field Training Instructor, Combat Support Associates Kuwait City, Kuwait Provided all environmental health and safety training to over 8,000 employees per 29 CFR 1910/1926, AR 385-10 and EM 385-1-1. Conduct field safety inspections/accident investigations and serve as Custodian of OSHA 300 log.

2007 to 2008 Camp Safety Manager, IAP/RMS Corporation Camp Al Taji, Iraq Provided all camp safety inspections and construction/maintenance oversight per EM 3851-1 (29 CFR 1910/1926) to Iraqis. Supervised 3 Safety Techs; served as First Response Team Manager, Safety Trainer, Scaffolding Competent Trainer and Trenching Competent Trainer. Trained on OSHA 500/501, 40 hour HazWoper, Forklift/Heavy Equipment, Blood Borne Pathogen, Lock out-Tag out, Crane Operations/Maintenance etc. Assisted line and staff management to understand OSHA regulations and standards, including guidance on handling OSHA compliance, inspections, and citations. Investigated serious injuries in conjunction with line and staff personnel. Notified top management of pertinent details. Worked closely with the medical services department to provide and coordinate emergency services for inured or ill employees. Evaluated hazardous conditions and practices and developed a hazard control program. Guided and assisted company personnel at locations with critical safety and health problems. Worked with trade and professional organizations to promote goals and objectives in the health and safety area that affected the company's business. Selected and approved purchase of standard manufactured safety devices or design; expedited construction and installation of machine guards and point of operation safety devices. Assessed new developments in the health and safety field that applied to the company's operations. Established target areas and long-range accident prevention and cost-control objectives. Acted as ranking company representative in dealing with government agencies on safety and health matters affecting the company. Investigated fatalities/serious injuries that occurred.

2005 to 2007 Environmental Health & Safety Manager, AECOM/Global Support Services Kabul, Afghanistan Provided all site safety training and environmental guidance to Bagram Air Field, Kandahar Air Field and Salerno FOB employees. Maintained safe working techniques and re-enforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set out by AECOM. Provided daily guidance and direction in EHS programs at the employee / supervisor level to ensure a common and effective approach. Assisted in the identification of possible losses; evaluating the risk in such loss exposure; developing and implemented a plan to correct or prevent a loss and audit the plan to ensure effectiveness. Ensured that contractor personnel working on the property are in compliance with AECOMs policies and safety requirements. Maintained and updated as needed SOP’s for all safe work practices and equipment and utilize them in the day to day training. Provided advice, assistance, and audited line management to ensure that effective EHS was implemented and working. Performed and contributed to the Site Training Plans by conducting employee orientations; emergency response training; and coordination of modular training programs for the Operation. Ensured inspections by regulatory agencies were coordinated and deficiencies minimized and corrected. Coordinated with VP, Operations and General Manager on facility deficiencies and monthly safety inspections. Maintained all logs and documentation associated with permits and regulatory requirements. Maintained the Site Preparedness and Emergency Plans & Procedures. Coordinated regulatory programs and applications and helped support the compliance process; supporting and providing relief for the environmental department. Maintained filing systems regarding worker training and safety. Maintained working relationships with Regulatory Agencies and chaired or co- chaired Safety Committee. Managed Team Base Risk Assessments and regularly conducted training needs analysis. Led the Emergency Response Team and complied with all AECOM policies and procedures. Traveled to sites including to corporate and operational offices as required and perform any additional duties as required. Established baseline surveys for hearing protection, respiratory protection, indoor air quality, and PPE selection and provided First Aid/CPR AED training, also custodian of the FFD (Fitness for Duty) program.

2003 to 2005 Occupational Safety Officer, University of Nevada – Las Vegas Las Vegas, Nevada Conducted all OSHA, BBP, Haz-Com, LOTO, new employee safety, Personal Protective Equipment, fire safety, machine guarding, hearing protection training. Provided all lift truck training to various facility maintenance personnel and served as Custodian of OSHA 300 log.

2001 to 2003 Health Physics Supervisor, Cabrera Services, Inc. Las Vegas, Nevada Supported 12 Phase I radiological characterization assessments and Phase I & II decontamination, decommissioning and cleanup projects. Monitored respiratory protection, OSHA accident investigations, air quality, Haz-Mat exposure, BBP and radioactive material detection, CPR and first aid. Worked on University of Utah Laboratory Decontamination & Decommissioning IAW MARSSIM guidelines, Moly-Corp Rare Earth Mine Lead/Uranium Pond cleanup, Kelly AFB Surveys IAW MARSSIM guidelines.

2000 to 2001 Senior Health and Safety Technician, New World Technology San Francisco, California Responsible for operational aspects of projects and supervised technicians. Provided technical/onsite support for 8 Phase I assessments. Worked on McClellan AFB Transportation Surveys and CS-10 Site Cleanup and Ravenna Depot Monzonite Sand Removal.

1999 to 2000 Health Physics Supervisor, MKM Engineers, Inc. Phoenix, Arizona Managed/supported 5 Phase I radiological characterization assessments. Designed/prepared/implemented procedures, work reports and documents. Investigated environmental/radioactive accidents and trained personnel. Worked on Kelly AFB Characterizations and Reports, McClellan & Kelly AFB Characterization and Buffalo Niagara Site Cleanup.

1994 to 1998 Health Physics Supervisor, Gutierrez-Palmenberg, Inc. Phoenix, Arizona Provided all aspects of health physics technical support for 14 Phase I assessments including instrumentation use and calibration. Performed onsite supervision and trained personnel on a broad scope of NRC radioactive materials, industrial safety and OSHA 8hour refresher. Worked on Picatinny Arsenal Characterization - Small Arms Range, Savannah Characterization, and Alameda NAS Cleanup.

1986 to 1994 Health Physics Supervisor, Allied Technology Group Fremont, California Provided all aspects of health physics technical support for 15 Phase I assessments including radioactive waste reduction. Worked on RCRA Cleanup of North Island NAS Beach, North Island Metals Remediation, And Sprague Electric Characterization.

FORMAL EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIAL TRAINING

Cambridge State University; Correspondence B.S. in Environmental Engineering

Construction Quality Management for Contractors #784 issued 10/23/2020

OSHA 30 Hour issued 01/15/2020,

EM 385-1-1 issued 04/28/2019

OSHA Haz-Mat (40 hour) and continuous Annual Refresher,

OSHA Haz-Mat Supervisor and continuous Annual Refresher,

Blood Borne Pathogen Control, Emergency Responder/First Responder, DOE CORE Certification, MSHA Certification, EPA Certified AHERA Asbestos Contractor, Supervisor, Building Inspector and Management Planner, Certified Environmental Inspector and Specialist, Certified Lift Truck Instructor, Certified Aerial Work-platform Master Instructor, Certified Boom Lift Master Instructor, Certified Microbial Remediation Supervisor, Indoor Air Quality, Safety Training Specialist, HAZWOPER Training Specialist, Certified Safety Auditor, Safety Planning Specialist, Certified Haz-Mat 40 hour, 24 hour and 8 hour Refresher Trainer, CERT Team Instructor, CSI Security, Dale Carnegie Motivation

ASSOCIATIONS Environmental Assessment Association, Health Physics Society, National Safety Council, National Association of Safety Professionals, American Indoor Air Quality Council, American Legion

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